Valar

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Valar (瓦拉尔)
Alias(es)	Prince Valar; Lord Valar; Uncle Valar 44 106 129
Species/Race	Valyrian dragonlord descendant 64
Gender	Male
Affiliation	House Varezys; Silverblood Army; Rhaenyra's Black faction during the Dance 6 77 106
Occupation/Role	Dragonrider; Governor of Silver Crown City; Prince Lucerys's knight 65 172
Dragon	Silverwing 79 101
Status	Deceased; his body was cremated in recognition of his dragonrider status 210
First Appearance	Chapter 2

Background

Valar was the twin brother of Longzel Varezys. While Longzel managed the family's affairs, Valar was sent to the Silverblood Army Estate on the Orange Coast for military instruction under the Unsullied centurion Silver Scorpion. 2

He trained alongside youths such as Hofa and proved highly capable in lance sparring. During this period, a Regret Man attempted to assassinate him; Valar evaded the attack, seized a broken lance amid the struggle, and personally killed the assassin after Silver Scorpion's spear struck him. 6 7

Valar later entered Westerosi politics and warfare alongside his brothers. House Varezys granted him the nominal title of Governor of Silver Crown City and an annuity drawn from its taxes, while the family's centralized rule remained under Longze's authority. 172

Personality

Valar was more comfortable with dragons and weapons than courtly socializing. He was notably stiff while dancing with Lyra Celtigar, though his awkwardness did not prevent their marriage. 64 75

He could be playful and mischievous, including provoking Daenerys to tears, but he also showed practical caution as a political leader. When House Manwudi sought protection, he ordered Ser Oberon Santagar to verify the envoy's identity before committing House Varezys. 60 144

Despite his record in war, Valar rejected the use of blood magic to prolong his life at the cost of innocent people. He distinguished those slain in battle or punished as sinners from civilians who would be sacrificed solely for him. 206

Abilities & Skills

Dragonriding

Valar rode the silver dragon Silverwing, whose speed allowed Lucerys to travel with him when Arrax could not keep pace. 60

• Provided aerial support during the Dornish campaign. 44
• Flew with Rhaenyra and Syrax during the search following Lucerys's death. 96
• Engaged Prince Daeron and Tessarion over Flower Valley. 101
• Killed Tessarion with Silverwing during the Battle of Flower Valley. 102
• Directed Silverwing's dragonfire against the Hightower vanguard, routing the Green force. 102

Martial Skill

Valar was an accomplished mounted and close-quarters fighter.

• Defeated Hofa in repeated lance-charging spars at the Silverblood Army Estate. 6
• Reacted quickly during the Regret Man's assassination attempt and finished the wounded attacker himself. 7
• Was considered formidable enough that prospective Bloodsworn were relieved when Longzel prevented him from joining their trial. 144

Military and Political Leadership

Valar exercised independent judgment in both war and diplomacy.

• Investigated House Manwudi's request for alliance through Ser Oberon Santagar and sought confirmation from Tigaro before acting. 60
• Consulted Lucerys, Count Rhaegar Targaryen, and Oberon Santagar on the Manwudi crisis. 60
• Coordinated with Prince Jacaerys to accelerate the Varezys advance through the Reach toward Oldtown. 106
• Drew broad support from the nobles of the North Reach and East Reach after the Green faction lost two dragons. 106

Equipment

• Silver Shield — Valyrian steel armor worn by Valar. 39 151
• Black Widow — His sword; he used it to punish criminals in peacetime. 144 206
• Dragon saddle — Used while riding Silverwing in battle. 101

Relationships

• Longzel Varezys — Twin brother; Longzel arranged Valar's early military training and often restrained his more impulsive behavior. 2 144
• Rey Varezys — Brother and fellow dragonrider; they served alongside their brothers in the Valyrian expedition and later family affairs. 17 206
• Lyra Celtigar — Wife; Valar was uncomfortable with dancing and courtship, while Lyra became close to his sister-in-law Diana. 64 75
• Daenerys and Valena — Daughters. 203
• Silverwing — Dragon mount and battle companion. 79 101
• Prince Lucerys Targaryen — Valar served as Lucerys's knight and remained involved in efforts to find him after his death. 65 94
• Prince Jacaerys Targaryen — Black-faction ally and fellow dragonrider; they fought together in the Reach campaign. 101 106
• Hofa — Training companion who helped save Valar during the Regret Man's attack. 6 7
• Silver Scorpion — Unsullied instructor and protector who warned Valar about suspicious visitors and intervened during the assassination attempt. 6 7

Story Role and Major Arcs

Silverblood Army Training

Valar trained at the Silverblood Army Estate, where he demonstrated his talent with a lance and survived an assassination attempt by a Regret Man. 6 7

Entry into Westeros

He joined Longzel's household in Westeros and became closely associated with Rhaenyra's sons. He acted as Lucerys's knight, while House Varezys publicly supported Jacaerys and Lucerys after Vaemond Velaryon's challenge to their legitimacy. 65 77

Dance of the Dragons

Valar and Silverwing provided aerial support to the Blacks. At Flower Valley, he challenged Daeron directly, killed Tessarion, and used Silverwing's fire to devastate the Hightower vanguard. 44 101 102

Reach Administration

After the Green position weakened, Valar became a focal point for North Reach and East Reach nobles. He and Jacaerys prepared to push more quickly toward Oldtown. 106

Final Illness and Death

Valar eventually became seriously ill. He asked Longze to allow him one final ride on a dragon; Longze agreed despite the blood-magic cost involved. Valar died soon afterward, and Rey and Dragonzeel chose cremation to honor him as a dragonrider. 206 210

Notable Quotes

“Blood for blood, life for life.” 206

“I won't risk the lives of dozens of innocent people for myself.” 206